A great time was had at the annual Fort King Festival
Step into the 1800s at the Festival at Fort King! This two-day event will feature historic themed crafts, games, workshops, activities, living historians, vendors, food, drinks and much more. The pinnacle of the festival is a re-enactment of the event that fueled the start of the Second Seminole War.
A great time at this years Fort King Festival
Free shuttle parking is available at the Duke Energy power line field, approximately a quarter mile east of the fort. The field is located between NE 43rd Avenue and NE 44th Avenue on the north side of E Fort King Street. Free shuttles and trams will be running continuously throughout the event for pickups and drop-offs. An ADA tram will be available for handicapped or disabled guests. Click here for directions to the parking field.
Cannon Firing Notice
During the event, artillery volunteers will conduct live cannon firing.
Residents in the area may hear a series of rounds fired multiple times throughout the day during the event.
Step into the 1800s at the Festival at Fort King! This two-day event will feature historic themed crafts, games, workshops, activities, living historians, vendors, food, drinks and much more. The pinnacle of the festival is a re-enactment of the event that fueled the start of the Second Seminole War.
Fort King National Historic Landmark
3925 E Fort King St. | Ocala, FL 34470
Pictured are some of the Select Business Associates of Ocala presenting a check to the Public Education Foundation of Marion County Meghan Magamoll. I little bit about the Select Business Associates is the they are a non profit group of local business people that meet twice a month, dedicated to help each other in business with referrals and friendship. One category never two doing the same business. (NO COMPITION)! Our dues are $40 per year and we donate our annual dues to a local non profit. For more info call Tom at 352-804-1223.
More about The Public Education Foundation of Marion County is a non-profit, direct support organization focused on enhancing education in the Marion County Public School system, from pre-Kindergarten through vocational and post- secondary education scholarship opportunities. Continue reading
LADY LAKE — The Town of Lady Lake invites the community to kick off the holiday season with two cherished annual traditions: the Christmas Parade and Light Up Lady Lake — with this year’s lighting celebration taking place in a brand-new location.
Light Up Lady Lake returns Saturday, Nov. 22 from 6–8 p.m. and will debut in a new location at Snooky Park (120 W. Lady Lake Blvd.) For the first time, the event will be held prior to Thanksgiving to allow for longer enjoyment of the lights throughout the holiday season. Guests will experience a winter wonderland centered around a 34-foot Christmas tree, surrounded by thousands of sparkling lights. The event will feature live music, bounce houses, food trucks, vendors and photos with Santa after his arrival by sleigh.
“We are so excited to bring Light Up Lady Lake to Snooky Park where we can grow this tradition even bigger,” said Events Coordinator Amy Alicea. “This new location will give us a larger and safer place for the community to gather to celebrate together.”
The Town’s annual Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. along Old Dixie Highway. This year’s theme, “Santa’s Toy Workshop,” will bring to life the magic of the North Pole with festive floats, holiday characters, and cheerful Christmas music. Continue reading
Best Care Family Wellness Center Had their ribbon cutting and is now open.
Lake Hypnosis Ribbon Cutting – Lake Hypnosis Located 117 N US Hwy 27/441 Lady Lake
Coffee and Connections, Morning Networking Located at The Standard Coffee, 1552 Bella Cruz Dr., Lady Lake
Chris Semans State Farm Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening, 410 Hwy 466, Lady Lake, FL – New Office Come by and visit
LADY LAKE – A suspect has confessed to a recent string of thefts throughout Town in October, including four e-bikes and one e-scooter. The suspect, Alfred J. Woods II, was taken into custody on unrelated charges in Marion County on Oct. 25. While behind bars, he admitted to the thefts during an interview with Lady Lake detectives.
The first theft was reported on Oct. 9 at Recreation Plantation. Additional thefts happened on Oct. 20 at the Kohl’s bike rack, Oct. 24 behind Ay Jalisco, and Oct. 25 behind Papa John’s. In one incident, a victim placed an AirTag on their e-bike, allowing them to track and find it abandoned nearby. Another victim tracked their stolen e-scooter to Recreation Plantation and was able to help police with a suspect description.
When the description went out to law enforcement, Officer Ryan O’Neal recognized Woods as someone he had previously stopped riding an e-bike on C.R. 25 A on Oct. 18 for a taillight violation.
Detectives later learned the suspect had been arrested in Marion County while riding an e-bike stolen hours earlier in Lady Lake. During an interview at the jail, the suspect admitted to the thefts and stated that his girlfriend sold the e-bikes to obtain money to support his drug addiction. Detectives are currently attempting to locate the woman involved and recover any remaining stolen property. Continue reading
LADY LAKE – Lady Lake police arrested a man late Wednesday night after he was seen driving into oncoming traffic on U.S. Highway 27/441.
Just before 11:30 p.m. on Nov. 12, officers responded to reports of a reckless driver near County Road 25 and Griffin Avenue. Callers reported a red Ford passenger car swerving, crossing lanes and nearly striking other vehicles.
Officer Amanda Hayes soon saw the car turn onto U.S. Highway 27/41, driving south in the northbound lanes as other drivers swerved to avoid a collision. Officers Hayes and Officer Josh Higgins blocked traffic and brought the vehicle to a stop near Water Oak Boulevard.
The driver A male 44, of Wildwood, showed signs of heavy impairment and could not stand on his own. Officers observed open containers of alcohol inside the vehicle. Driver was unable to stand without assistance and gave breath samples of 0.245 and 0.236, nearly three times the legal limit. Continue reading
